India expressed grave concern over the ongoing violence targeting religious minorities, including Hindus, Christians, and Buddhists, in Bangladesh. The Ministry of External Affairs stated that more than 2,900 incidents of violence against minorities have been documented during the interim government’s tenure. India condemned the recent killing of a Hindu youth in Mymensingh and called for the perpetrators to be brought to justice.
Slamming the continuous hostility against minorities in Bangladesh, India rejected the false anti-India narrative being projected in the country. The responsibility of maintaining law and order and ensuring security was emphasized to lie with the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus. India reiterated its rejection of the false narrative being portrayed in Bangladesh.
Following the killing of a Hindu youth in Bangladesh, India continues to monitor the evolving situation in the country. Strong concerns have been conveyed to Bangladeshi authorities regarding the attacks on minorities. India urged for justice in the case of the barbaric killing of Dipu Chandra Das, emphasizing the need for perpetrators to be held accountable.
The escalating violence against minorities, particularly Hindus, in Bangladesh under the Yunus-led interim government has sparked global outrage. India summoned the Bangladesh High Commissioner to convey concerns over the deteriorating security environment in Bangladesh. India also rejected the false narrative created by extremist elements regarding recent events in Bangladesh.
India has called on the interim government in Bangladesh to ensure the safety of Indian missions and posts in the country in line with diplomatic obligations.
